This episode of Big Blend Radio features author Alice Kaltman, who discusses her latest novel, "Dawg Towne." The book explores universal themes of love and loss through the deceptively simple lens of suburban life. But is life in the suburbs ever really simple?

Over the course of one year in Towne, spouses die, children grow up, affairs begin and end, lies are repeatedly spoken, bad sex happens (good sex, less often), gender is questioned, and dogs go missing. Many dogs. Humorous and canine-centric, "Dawg Towne" is like Peyton Place re-written by Dorothy Parker and your friendly neighborhood veterinarian. And yes, this is a work of fiction. More: https://alicekaltman.com/